I absolutely love multi cultural weddings. They involve a blending of diverse elements while honouring the values of both individuals and families.
Multi cultural weddings feature frequently in my celebrant year. I really enjoy the excitement of building a ceremony that can incorporate ritual, tradition and symbols from each culture without the element of worship or doctrine. For many couples honouring their culture and their families is central to who they are, but they often do not want the element of tradition and religion that goes with it.
My approach is collaborative and inclusive. The aim is to build a ceremony script that reflects shared Humanist values, emphasizing love, equality, and respect for all backgrounds.
It can be great fun to engage family and friends in meaningful roles, celebrating the diversity that enriches the union. Decorations can be customised as can music and attire to represent both cultures and traditions.
Frequently I work with the couple to openly include family members in some of the rituals – after all they will know those rituals better than me. The most important element is to be open to doing things differently and open communication is key to ensuring everyone feels included and respected throughout the process.
I have performed many Humanist multi cultural weddings and I have learned a lot about history, other traditions, the similarity and commonality of some of the rituals. I’ve worked with Buddhists, Sikhs, Hindus, people of the Jewish faith and Anglicans, Jains and non believers and created some of what I think are my best ceremonies. It’s all about being open to the possibilities of shared and common values.
Below are a few photos of my multi cultural ceremonies, including a surprise baby naming in the middle of a wedding – anything is possible!
Luci and Amit’s wedding also features on @humanistceremonies.
For more about my approach, please visit my ceremonies page.
![How I actually write your ceremony (and why I ask so many nosy questions) [Dawn’s Substack]](https://dawnreesceremonies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/dawnrees-writing-keyboard-400x250.webp)
![Anything Is Possible – You only have to ask. [Dawn’s Substack]](https://dawnreesceremonies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dawnrees-humanistcelebrant-Anything-Is-Possible-400x250.webp)
